1993 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 295 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, 1993 Renault Clio (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Clio | Soul |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
