1972 Honda Life vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1817 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, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Life | 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Life | Caddy |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
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 | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |