1997 Honda Life vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Life | 3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2639 mm |
