2003 Honda Life vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Life | 929 |
Year Released | 2003 | 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 | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |