2001 Renault Clio vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Renault Clio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Clio (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 318 kg more than 2001 Renault Clio.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Renault Clio (207 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Clio | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
