1981 Honda Ballade vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade 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) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 215 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Ballade | Clio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
