1971 Honda Life vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, 2003 Proton Juara 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 1,094 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Proton Juara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton Juara weights approximately 515 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, 2003 Proton Juara (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Proton Juara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2003 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Life | Juara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2400 mm |
