1984 Audi 4000 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Audi 4000 (137 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm). This means 1984 Audi 4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1984 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 4000 | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 4000 | Life |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
