2006 Renault Clio vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (74 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. 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, 2006 Renault Clio (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 64 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |
