1971 Honda Life vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 33 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 895 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 2004 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1971 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1971 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Life | Boxster |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2420 mm |