1971 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 925 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2001 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1971 Chevrolet Impala has manual transmission. 1971 Chevrolet Impala will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Impala | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Impala | Life |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2370 mm |
