1991 Renault Clio vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 1993 Volvo 480 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 480 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Clio | 480 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
