1970 Ford Escort 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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Escort weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Honda Life.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Escort. 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 Escort (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Escort | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Life |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |