1991 Renault Clio vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 325 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Renault Clio (182 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm). This means 1991 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Carina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
