2004 Honda Life vs. 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (49 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Life | 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Life | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |