2005 Honda Life vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 520 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 1987 Mazda 929. 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Life | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Life | 929 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |