1989 Renault 4 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 4 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Life weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1989 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 1998 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Renault 4 | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | 4 | Life |
Year Released | 1989 | 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 | 34 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |