1991 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 834 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
