1971 Honda Life vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 41 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 1141 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Life | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
