1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Clio |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
