2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 98 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 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
