2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1256 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Venture (285 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1973 Honda Life | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Venture | Life |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
