1991 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 21 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 462 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Clio | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
