2003 Renault Clio vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
