1974 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 220 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 1974 Ford Capri. 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, 1974 Ford Capri (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2005 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1974 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1974 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | Life |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
