1991 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 175 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Clio |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
