1986 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1986 Ford Escort (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Life |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |