2009 Renault Clio vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina 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 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1982 Toyota Carina (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
