1997 Renault Clio vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,170 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Clio (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Clio weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1997 Renault Clio (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 1998 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1997 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1997 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Clio | 1998 Honda Life | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Clio | Life |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 855 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
