2002 Honda Life vs. 1978 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,290 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda RX-2 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 1978 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1978 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1978 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Life | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
