2000 Honda Life vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Violet weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1977 Nissan Violet (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Life | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Life | Violet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
