2004 Honda Life vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. 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, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Life | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Life | Santana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
