1979 Nissan 260 ZX vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2001 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1979 Nissan 260 ZX has manual transmission. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan 260 ZX | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | 260 ZX | Life |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2565 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |