1998 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 754 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. 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, 1998 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1975 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Life |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
