1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1035 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 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Clio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
