1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 615 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 2004 Honda Life | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Challenger | Life |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
