1988 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Sierra weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1988 Ford Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Sierra | 2000 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Life |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 74 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
