1998 Renault Clio vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Clio | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
