1987 Porsche 928 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 928 weights approximately 530 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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 928 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 928 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
