1973 Honda Life vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 25 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 605 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, 1998 Mazda 323 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life. 1998 Mazda 323 has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1973 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Life | 323 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 78.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |