2005 Renault Clio vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Camry weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 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, 1989 Toyota Camry (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
