1997 Honda Life vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life.
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, 2010 Audi R8 (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Life | R8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2649 mm |
