1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Concerto | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
