1970 GAZ 24 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ 24 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ 24 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 GAZ 24. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 GAZ 24 (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | 24 | Life |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
