1975 Honda Life vs. 1986 Renault 4
To start off, 1986 Renault 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 4 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1975 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 4 (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Life | 1986 Renault 4 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Life | 4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2410 mm |