1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 266 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Clio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
