1998 Renault Clio vs. 1989 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Clio weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Clio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 1989 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Clio | Rex |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2260 mm |
