1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 816 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 1988 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Thunderbird | Life |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |