1971 Honda Life vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 37 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1108 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 2008 Volvo S60 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, 2008 Volvo S60 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life. 2008 Volvo S60 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. 2008 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Life | S60 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |