2005 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 217 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
