2006 Renault Clio vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 13 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 (223 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 390 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Clio | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
