1999 Honda Life vs. 1984 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Civic weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Civic. 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, 1984 Honda Civic (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Life | 1984 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Life | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
