1991 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (209 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
