1993 Ford Laser vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Laser weights approximately 215 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 1993 Ford Laser. 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, 1993 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Laser | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | Life |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
