2009 Renault Clio vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Paseo 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 18 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (93 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 871 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo. 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 (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
