1987 Buick Electra vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 16 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 990 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1971 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1971 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | Life |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2090 mm |
