1975 Honda Life vs. 2007 Lexus GX
To start off, 2007 Lexus GX is newer by 32 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 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GX weights approximately 1415 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 2007 Lexus GX 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, 2007 Lexus GX 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, 2007 Lexus GX (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life. 2007 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 1975 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1975 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Life | 2007 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Life | GX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 87 L |
