1990 Renault Clio vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 960 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio. 2008 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Clio | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Clio | Korando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
