1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1972 Honda Life

To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1972 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1972 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Chevrolet Caprice 1972 Honda Life
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Caprice Life
Year Released 1995 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4312 cc 356 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 29 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 28 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 490 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2090 mm


 

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