1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 464 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 1968 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1968 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Zephyr | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zephyr | Life |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2370 mm |