1972 Honda Life vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (94 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 870 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. 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, 1996 Renault Megane (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Life | Megane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
