2005 Renault Clio vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
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, 2005 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Clio | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
