1972 Ford Torino vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 1047 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Torino | Life |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |