1984 Ford Falcon vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Falcon weights approximately 584 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1984 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Falcon | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | Life |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
