1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1972 Honda Life
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 2 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 515 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 1974 Chevrolet Vega 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 1974 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life. 1974 Chevrolet Vega 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. 1974 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 1972 Honda Life | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Vega | Life |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
