1997 Honda Life vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Thalia weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Thalia. 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, 2011 Renault Thalia (127 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Life | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2473 mm |
