1984 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Life |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2090 mm |
