1974 Honda Life vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 39 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 917 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Life | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
