2011 Renault Clio vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Meteor (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio.
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, 1982 Ford Meteor (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio. 1982 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Clio | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Clio | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
