2008 Honda Element vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 15 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
