2007 Renault Clio vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica 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 Celica. 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, 2007 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1587 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
