2007 Renault Clio vs. 1986 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor. 1986 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1986 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Clio | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
