2009 Nissan Altima vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 554 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Altima | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Altima | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
