2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1803 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1990 Renault Clio | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Freelander | Clio |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |