1974 Honda Life vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 2017 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 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 2011 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 2011 Chevrolet Express 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. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Life | Express |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 117 L |
