1994 GMC Typhoon vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 1994 GMC Typhoon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon 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 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life. 1994 GMC Typhoon has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1973 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 GMC Typhoon | 1973 Honda Life | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Typhoon | Life |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2090 mm |
