2001 Honda Life vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (121 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Life | Passat |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |