1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 355 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
