1974 Honda Life vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1370 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 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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. 2012 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Life | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
