2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,423 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Equinox | Life |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3423 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2090 mm |
