1989 Nissan Micra vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,235 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Micra (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Life weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1989 Nissan Micra (96 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2003 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Micra | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Micra | Life |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1235 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
