2009 Audi A8 vs. 1975 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1975 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1975 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1975 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Life |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
