1973 Honda Life vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 32 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 1280 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, 2005 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Life | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Life | Megane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| 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 | 30 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
