2006 Renault Clio vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 190 kg more 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, 1992 Toyota Carina (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |