1992 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Laser (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 160 kg more than 1992 Ford Laser.
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, 1992 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Laser | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | Clio |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
