1983 Mazda 929 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 929 | Life |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
