1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 760 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Avanti Avanti 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 1984 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Avanti Avanti | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Avanti | Honda |
Model | Avanti | Life |
Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 31 L |