1993 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 19 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 765 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | Clio | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
