2009 Honda Stream vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 986 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 1973 Honda Life | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Stream | Life |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
