1971 Honda Life vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 32 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 2123 (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 835 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 2003 Lada 2123 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, 2003 Lada 2123 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, 2003 Lada 2123 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Life | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2460 mm |
