1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1997 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1982 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1982 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Patrol | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Patrol | Life |
Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2370 mm |