2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1635 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 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 2005 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life. 2005 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1971 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1971 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 1971 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-150 | Life |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2090 mm |