1992 Ford Orion vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Orion weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Orion. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Orion | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Orion | Clio |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
