1996 Honda Today vs. 1977 Renault 20
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Renault 20 (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 20 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Renault 20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1977 Renault 20 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Renault 20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1977 Renault 20 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Today | 20 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |