1989 Renault 21 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1989 Renault 21 (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Renault 21 | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | 21 | Life |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2370 mm |