1993 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 465 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Clio | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
