2005 Honda Life vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mitsubishi Starion (215 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Life | 1982 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Life | Starion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1185 kg |
