2007 Renault Clio vs. 1970 Toyota 2000GT

To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota 2000GT (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Toyota 2000GT 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 1970 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1970 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Renault Clio 1970 Toyota 2000GT
Make Renault Toyota
Model Clio 2000GT
Year Released 2007 1970
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
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 128 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 185 km/hour 220 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L