1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Pintara (111 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 345 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ballade | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2560 mm |
