1986 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 16 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Honda Life.
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 (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Life |
Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 31 L |