1971 Honda Life vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 615 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 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Life | Golf |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2512 mm |