1997 Honda Life vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Express weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Honda Life.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Express (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Life | Express |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
