1968 AMC AMX vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 587 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.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 AMC AMX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | AMX | Life |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
