2007 Renault Clio vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 40 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 1994 Ford Mustang 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. 1994 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Clio | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
