1998 Renault Clio vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Clio | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |