2009 Renault Clio vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina. 2009 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
