1999 Honda Life vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo 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 2012 Opel Combo. 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, 2012 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Life | 2012 Opel Combo | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Life | Combo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |