1993 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 320 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Clio | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1435 mm |
