1995 Renault Clio vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Clio. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Clio | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
