1965 Mazda R 360 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Life weights approximately 406 kg more than 1965 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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, 1998 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mazda R 360 | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | R 360 | Life |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 384 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2370 mm |