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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 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 584 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 (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 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 | 1388 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 50.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |