1975 Honda Life vs. 2008 Lexus RX
To start off, 2008 Lexus RX is newer by 33 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus RX weights approximately 1345 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 2008 Lexus RX 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, 2008 Lexus RX 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, 2008 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life. 2008 Lexus RX 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. 2008 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Life | 2008 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Life | RX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| 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 | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
