1991 Renault Clio vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 780 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, 2001 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Previa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2900 mm |
