1986 Audi 80 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 15 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 80 weights approximately 650 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 1986 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 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, 1986 Audi 80 (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Life |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2090 mm |
