1990 Ford Probe vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Probe weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Probe | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
