2007 Renault Clio vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 385 kg more than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 1996 Proton Perdana 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. 1996 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Renault | Proton |
| Model | Clio | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
