2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1973 Honda Life

To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 988 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.

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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Mondeo 1973 Honda Life
Make Ford Honda
Model Mondeo Life
Year Released 2005 1973
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 356 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 154 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 367 Nm 29 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 6000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 67 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 50.6 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 220 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 1478 kg 490 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2090 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 61 L


 

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