1999 AC Aceca vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 605 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 AC Aceca 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 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
