1975 Honda Life vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Life | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Life | 6 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2259 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
