1999 Honda Life vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 260 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 1981 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Life | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Life | Skyline |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |