1993 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rondo weights approximately 310 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 Kia Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Clio | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
