1998 Honda Today vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 5 weights approximately 260 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 1982 Renault 5. 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, 1982 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Today | 1982 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Today | 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
