2003 Honda Life vs. 1979 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 90 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 1979 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1979 Volkswagen Passat (95 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 1979 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Life | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |