1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Gremlin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Gremlin would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 386 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 AMC Gremlin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Gremlin | Life |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |