1991 Audi 100 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 20 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 1010 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 1991 Audi 100 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, 1991 Audi 100 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, 1991 Audi 100 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Life |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2090 mm |
