1972 Honda Life vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 34 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1010 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life. 2006 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1972 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1972 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Life | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Life | Passat |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |