1973 Honda Life vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1994 Renault Express is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Express (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Express weights approximately 330 kg more than 1973 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, 1994 Renault Express (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Life | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Life | Express |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2590 mm |
