1974 Honda Life vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 38 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 921 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Life | Patriot |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1758 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |