1973 Honda Life vs. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 980 kg more than 1973 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, 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1973 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Life | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |