1995 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 123 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Clio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
