1998 Mazda 323 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 1 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda 323. 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, 1998 Mazda 323 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 323 | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 323 | Life |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
