2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 35 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1470 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 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1974 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1974 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 1974 Honda Life | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | Life |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 552 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |