1997 Honda Life vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 280 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.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1983 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Life | Laurel |
Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |