2002 Renault Clio vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 60 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Clio | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |