2005 Honda Life vs. 1986 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Rodeo would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Life weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault Rodeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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, 1986 Renault Rodeo (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Life | 1986 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Life | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
