2000 Honda Insight vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Clio weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. 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, 1998 Renault Clio (131 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Insight | Clio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
