2002 Renault Clio vs. 1985 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 1985 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Crown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
