2006 Renault Clio vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
