2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 16 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1808 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Defender | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
