1974 Honda Life vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mazda 929 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 1986 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 1986 Mazda 929 has automatic transmission and 1974 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1974 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mazda 929 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Life | 929 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2720 mm |
