2005 Audi S4 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 34 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1295 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S4 | Life |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
