1997 Honda Life vs. 2008 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2008 Nissan Livina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,598 cc, 2008 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Livina weights approximately 287 kg more than 1997 Honda Life.
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, 2008 Nissan Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 2008 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Life | Livina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
