2007 Renault Clio vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 95 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Clio | 100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1396 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
