2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 29 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 808 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 2000 Ford Falcon 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 2000 Ford Falcon. 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life. 2000 Ford Falcon 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. 2000 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | Life |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2090 mm |
