1975 Honda Life vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 37 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1710 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 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Life | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Life | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 117 L |
