1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 845 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Monte Carlo | Life |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2370 mm |