1981 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Escort weights approximately 164 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Escort | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Life |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |