2008 Renault Clio vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Camry weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Toyota Camry (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Clio | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
