1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 85 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 1993 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Cortina | Clio |
Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |