2001 Honda Life vs. 1983 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 315 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 1983 Nissan Leopard. 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, 1983 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 1983 Nissan Leopard 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. 1983 Nissan Leopard will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 1983 Nissan Leopard | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Life | Leopard |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |