1974 Honda Life vs. 2001 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 27 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1610 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.
Because 2001 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 2001 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1974 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1974 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 2001 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Life | Terracan |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |