1999 Honda Life vs. 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Life | 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Life | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |