1995 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord 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 75 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 218 kg more than 2002 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Clio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
