1974 Chrysler Charger vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chrysler Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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, 1974 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chrysler Charger | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Charger | Life |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |