2005 Honda NSX vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 430 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, 2005 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
