1975 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life 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, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Volkswagen Golf | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Golf | Life |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |