1998 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1998 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Clio | 3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
