1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 825 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1973 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | Life |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
