1974 Honda Life vs. 2000 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara II is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Samara II weights approximately 482 kg more than 1974 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, 2000 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2000 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Life | Samara II |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2470 mm |
