1971 Honda Life vs. 1971 Mazda RX-2
To start off, both 1971 Honda Life and 1971 Mazda RX-2 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,292 cc, 1971 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 470 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 1971 Mazda RX-2 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 1971 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1971 Mazda RX-2 (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 1971 Mazda RX-2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Life | RX-2 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2480 mm |