1974 Renault 12 vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 1999 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1974 Renault 12 has manual transmission. 1974 Renault 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Renault 12 | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | 12 | Life |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |