1998 Honda Life vs. 1979 Renault 4
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 4 would be higher. At 955 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Life weights approximately 95 kg more than 1979 Renault 4. 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 1979 Renault 4. 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, 1979 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Life | 1979 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Life | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 955 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 | 790 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
