1975 Honda Life vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Life | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Life | Rexton |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |