1998 Honda Today vs. 1980 Renault 14
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 14 (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 14 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Renault 14. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1980 Renault 14 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Today | 1980 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Today | 14 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
