2005 Renault Clio vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Clio | 850 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 73 L |
