1971 Honda Life vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 29 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 446 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 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2000 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Life | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2490 mm |
