1987 Renault Super 5 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault Super 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Life weights approximately 95 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Renault Super 5 (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault Super 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Renault Super 5 | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Super 5 | Life |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 656 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 | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |