2002 Honda Life vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 15 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Life | 15 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 38 L |
