1972 Honda Life vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 35 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1178 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Life | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Life | Sharan |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |