1991 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 14 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 310 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (171 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
