1984 Peugeot 604 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Peugeot 604. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1984 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Peugeot 604 | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Peugeot | Honda |
Model | 604 | Life |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2847 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |