2008 Renault Clio vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 369 kg more than 2008 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 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Clio | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Clio | 800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
