1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, both 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1017 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.
Because 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
