1998 Honda Life vs. 2005 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 796 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 290 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 2005 Lotec C 1000. 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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 933 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Life | 2005 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Lotec |
| Model | Life | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1150 mm |
