1982 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord 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 69 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 Honda Accord. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Clio |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
