1971 Honda Life vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 961 kg more than 1971 Honda Life.
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, 2010 Volvo C30 (350 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Life | C30 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2639 mm |
