1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 510 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Aspen | Clio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
