1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (127 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 400 R | Clio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
