2002 Honda Life vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 300 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 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. 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, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Life | Corrado |
Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |