2003 Acura RSX vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 10 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. Both 2003 Acura RSX and 1993 Renault Clio are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura RSX weights approximately 222 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, 2003 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | RSX | Clio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
