1993 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 18 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 750 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, 2011 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | Clio | M |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1501 mm |
