1971 GAZ 24 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, both 1971 GAZ 24 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 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 GAZ 24 (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 GAZ 24 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 1000 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 GAZ 24 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 GAZ 24. 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 GAZ 24 (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1971 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1971 GAZ 24 | 1971 Honda Life | |
Make | GAZ | Honda |
Model | 24 | Life |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2111 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2090 mm |