1993 Renault Clio vs. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 843 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Renault | Aston Martin |
| Model | Clio | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
