1971 Honda Life vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 38 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Life | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3010 mm |
