2000 Honda Life vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 666 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 264. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1978 Volvo 264 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Life | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Life | 264 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |