1974 Honda Life vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Lexus GS is newer by 30 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GS (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GS weights approximately 1165 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 2004 Lexus GS 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 2004 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2004 Lexus GS (298 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 2004 Lexus GS 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. 2004 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2004 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Life | GS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
