1991 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 20 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1222 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Clio | Quest |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
