1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman 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 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Chairman | 2012 Renault Clio | |
Make | Daewoo | Renault |
Model | Chairman | Clio |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |