1996 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Clio (194 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio.
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, 2008 Renault Clio (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2008 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Clio |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |