1994 Audi V8 vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi V8 | 1974 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | V8 | Life |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
