1986 Ford Orion vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Orion weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Orion (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 1986 Ford Orion has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Orion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Orion | Life |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 90 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
