1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 765 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 1990 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1990 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fairlane | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fairlane | Life |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2370 mm |