2006 Renault Clio vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Laser (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 1989 Ford Laser (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Clio | Laser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
