1973 Honda Life vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 29 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Samurai (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 596 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.
Because 2002 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Life | Samurai |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2490 mm |