2002 Honda Life vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel GT (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel GT weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1968 Opel GT (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 1968 Opel GT | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Life | GT |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |