2002 AC Aceca vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 12 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 800 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 2002 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 2002 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, 2002 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
