1996 Honda Today vs. 1989 Renault 4
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 7 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, 1996 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Today weights approximately 15 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 1996 Honda Today 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, 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, 1989 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1989 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Today | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
