1982 Renault Siete vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Life (47 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault Siete weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Honda Life.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1982 Renault Siete (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Renault Siete will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2005 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1982 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1982 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault Siete | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Siete | Life |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
