1998 Honda Life vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Life | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |