1999 GMC Sierra vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 GMC Sierra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra 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, 1999 GMC Sierra (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sierra | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Life |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2090 mm |
