2003 Honda Life vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo weights approximately 736 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 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Life | Trofeo |
Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |