2004 Nissan Primera vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Nissan Primera is newer by 11 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 25 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Primera. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Primera weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Primera | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Primera | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
