1993 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 147 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Clio | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
