1991 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ 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 1,329 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota iQ weights approximately 50 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 Toyota iQ (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | iQ |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |
