1997 Honda Life vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Banshee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Banshee would be higher. At 4,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Banshee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Banshee (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Banshee should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Banshee weights approximately 891 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Life | Banshee |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
