1985 Audi 100 vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 506 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 1985 Audi 100. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | 100 | Life |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |