1973 Honda Life vs. 2007 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 34 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life.
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, 2007 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life. 2007 Mazda CX-7 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. 2007 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 2007 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Life | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |