1993 Renault Clio vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Clio | 240 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
