1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 709 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Life |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |