1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 26 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 754 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 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ballade | Murano |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2830 mm |
