1971 Honda Life vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 39 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1451 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 2010 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life. 2010 Chrysler 300 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. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Chrysler |
| Model | Life | 300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3048 mm |
