1998 Renault Clio vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Crown (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Crown weights approximately 305 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 1984 Toyota Crown 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 1984 Toyota Crown. 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, 1984 Toyota Crown (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Clio | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Crown |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |