1999 Honda Life vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Life | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Life | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
