1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 497 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Clio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
