1975 Honda Life vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Life | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Life | I-280 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |
