2009 Renault Clio vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 523 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
