1984 Honda Jazz 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 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Clio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
