1998 Honda Life vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Life | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Life | 121 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
