2007 Renault Clio vs. 1995 Toyota MRJ
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MRJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MRJ would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MRJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MRJ. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MRJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MRJ weights approximately 607 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
Because 1995 Toyota MRJ 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 1995 Toyota MRJ. 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, 1995 Toyota MRJ (285 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota MRJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1995 Toyota MRJ | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | MRJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.5 mm |
| 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 | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
