2004 Honda Life vs. 1994 Nissan 270 R
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 270 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 270 R would be higher. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 270 R (270 HP) has 223 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 270 R should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 270 R weights approximately 476 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan 270 R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1994 Nissan 270 R (344 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm). This means 1994 Nissan 270 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Life | 1994 Nissan 270 R | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Life | 270 R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
