1997 Honda Life vs. 1993 Ford Laser
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 4 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 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Laser weights approximately 215 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 1993 Ford Laser. 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, 1993 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1993 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 1993 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Life | Laser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
