1993 Renault Clio vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 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 64 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 229 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Polo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
