2002 Honda Life vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 305 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 1983 Toyota Celica 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 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Life | Celica |
Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 61 L |