2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Vamos weights approximately 30 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aspire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vamos (149 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Aspire has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Aspire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Vamos | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 37 L |
