2009 Mazda 2 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2009 Mazda 2 (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 1998 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 1998 Honda Life | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 2 | Life |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
