1981 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1981 Ford Capri (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life. 2004 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Capri | Life |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |