1974 Honda Life vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 31 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 836 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 2005 Honda S2000 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 2005 Honda S2000. 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, 2005 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Life | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
