1974 Honda Life vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 36 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 1229 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 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 2010 Infiniti M 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. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Life | M |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
