2005 Renault Clio vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
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 Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
