2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1975 Honda Life

To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1912 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Express 1975 Honda Life
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Express Life
Year Released 2004 1975
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 356 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 28 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 8.8:1
Number of Seats 8 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2402 kg 490 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2090 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 61 L


 

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