1996 Nissan Laurel vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1996 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Laurel | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Laurel | Life |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |