1974 Honda Life vs. 2007 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 33 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 1262 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, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 (292 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 2007 Hyundai XG 350 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. 2007 Hyundai XG 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2007 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Life | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
