1998 Honda Life vs. 1986 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 185 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 1986 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Life | Prairie |
Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |