1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 814 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Volante | Clio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
