1992 Ford Scorpio vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 465 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1992 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Scorpio | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Scorpio | Life |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
