1991 Ford Laser vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, both 1991 Ford Laser and 1991 Renault Clio were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Laser weights approximately 195 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Laser | 1991 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Laser | Clio |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |