1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 190 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 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1973 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Skyline | Life |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
