1972 Honda Life vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 800 kg more than 1972 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, 1998 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | Astra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 44 L |
