1961 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (74 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird 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, 1980 Honda Ballade (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Bluebird | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Bluebird | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |
