1974 Honda Life vs. 1995 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1995 Mercury Villager is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Villager weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 1995 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Life | Villager |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2860 mm |
