2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1983 Renault 4
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 625 kg more than 1983 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1983 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Mobilio | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
