1982 Ford Laser vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1982 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2003 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Laser | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | Life |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
