2010 Renault Clio vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 38 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1981 Toyota Soarer 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 1981 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio. 1981 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Renault Clio | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Soarer |
Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |