2002 Honda Life vs. 1976 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Life weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mazda 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda Life (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 1000. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1976 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1976 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1976 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Life | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
