1972 Honda Life vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 30 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 850 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2650 mm |
