2004 Ford Focus vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,758 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 757 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1974 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Life |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1758 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 200 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 | 19.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 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 | 1247 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |