2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1912 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1974 Honda Life | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | Life |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| 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 | 3180 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
