2006 Renault Clio vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 850 (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 850 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 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, 1992 Volvo 850 (230 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Clio | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
