1972 Honda Life vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1059 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.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Life | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Life | Silverado |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |