1990 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 23 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 613 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 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Clio | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | Clio | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1697 mm |
