1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Lancer | Clio |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
