2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1026 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 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | BT-50 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
