1993 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1400 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 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Clio | Express |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2070 mm |
