1971 Honda Life vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 753 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Life | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1243 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2630 mm |