1993 Renault Clio vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
