1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1971 Honda Life

To start off, both 1971 Chrysler Charger and 1971 Honda Life were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 870 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1971 Chrysler Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Chrysler Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Chrysler Charger 1971 Honda Life
Make Chrysler Honda
Model Charger Life
Year Released 1971 1971
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3523 cc 356 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 139 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 9000 RPM
Torque 272 Nm 32 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 7000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 490 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2090 mm


 

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