1991 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 22 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), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (107 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 962 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Clio | Quest |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1987 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
