1986 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Honda Life
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (75 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 360 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1975 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Life |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 30 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2090 mm |
