1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault Super 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Today weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Renault Super 5 (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Super 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault Super 5 | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Super 5 | Today |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |