2005 Ford Escape vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape (250 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1973 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Life |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
