1998 Honda Life vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 5 weights approximately 182 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 1983 Renault 5. 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, 1983 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Life | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Life | 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
