1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 20 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. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (355 HP) has 288 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 312 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.
Because 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ballade | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 355 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2730 mm |
