1990 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 425 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio. 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Clio | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
