1991 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 660 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 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
