1972 Honda Life vs. 2004 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2004 Proton Saloon is newer by 32 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Proton Saloon weights approximately 430 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, 2004 Proton Saloon (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 2004 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Life | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2390 mm |
