1972 Honda Life vs. 1982 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1982 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 538 cc (3 cylinders), 1982 Suzuki Cervo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Life (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Suzuki Cervo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 Honda Life.
Because 1982 Suzuki Cervo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Suzuki Cervo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Suzuki Cervo (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Suzuki Cervo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Life | 1982 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Life | Cervo |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 538 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2040 mm |