1990 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 22 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1156 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 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio. 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2012 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Clio | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1816 mm |
