2003 Honda Life vs. 1977 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volkswagen Golf (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1977 Volkswagen Golf (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 1977 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Life | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |