1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Life weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Honda Life (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Life |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |