1980 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1980 Ford Escort (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Life |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |