1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 582 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Jaguar XJ220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJ220 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
