1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1980 Dodge Aspen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 975 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 1971 Honda Life | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | Life |
Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2090 mm |