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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (108 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Rover 400.
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 (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 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 | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
