1993 Renault Clio vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord 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 68 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Clio | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
