1991 Renault Clio vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Clio (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Clio weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1991 Renault Clio (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2001 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Clio | Life |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 58 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 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
