1998 Nissan Primera vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 Nissan Primera.
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, 1998 Nissan Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Primera | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Primera | Clio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
