1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 390 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 665 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
