2004 Renault Clio vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Renault Clio (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Clio | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |
