2008 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 359 kg more than 1991 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
