2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
