1998 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 400 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.
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, 2011 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Prius |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
