2008 Ford Maverick vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick is newer by 35 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Maverick weights approximately 1025 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 2008 Ford Maverick 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, 2008 Ford Maverick 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, 2008 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Maverick | 1973 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Maverick | Life |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
