1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 648 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Life |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |