1993 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1008 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Clio | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1829 mm |
