1996 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 3 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 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 100 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, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-01 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX-01 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
