2001 Honda Life vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1982 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 1982 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 1982 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Life | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
