1991 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 19 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 632 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Clio | Altima |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
