1994 Ford Probe vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Probe weights approximately 446 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Probe | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Probe | Life |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |