2006 Renault Clio vs. 1985 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Crown weights approximately 240 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.
Because 1985 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 1985 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |