1997 Honda Life vs. 1986 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 75 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 1986 Nissan Pulsar. 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, 1986 Nissan Pulsar (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 1986 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Life | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
