1979 Ford LTD vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 1196 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford LTD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1973 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1973 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | LTD | Life |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
