1984 BMW 628 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 628 weights approximately 470 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, 1984 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 628 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 628 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
