1990 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 19 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 520 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault Clio | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Yaris |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |