1999 Honda Life vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
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 Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 90 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 Stanza. 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 Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 1981 Nissan Stanza has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Stanza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Life | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Life | Stanza |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |