1994 Ford Aspire vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aspire weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Aspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1994 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Aspire | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Aspire | Life |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |