2002 Honda Life vs. 1980 Renault 4
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 4 would be higher. At 955 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Life weights approximately 165 kg more than 1980 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Honda Life (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1980 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1980 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Life | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
