2002 Renault Clio vs. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1480 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Renault | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Clio | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3070 mm |
