1974 Honda Life vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,423 cc, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 455 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Life | Polo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| 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 | 945 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
