2005 Honda Life vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 626 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 626 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1978 Mazda 626 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Life | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Life | 626 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
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 | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |