2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 570 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (400 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1973 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 1973 Honda Life | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Le Mans | Life |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 30 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 29 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 50.6 mm |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2090 mm |