1974 Honda Life vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (66 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1974 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, 1986 Renault 21 (126 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Life | 21 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2610 mm |
