1970 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Capri weights approximately 313 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life. 2000 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Capri | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Capri | Life |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |