1991 Renault Clio vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Clio (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Clio weights approximately 220 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Renault Clio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
