1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 28 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Note (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 367 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, 2008 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Ballade | 2008 Nissan Note | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ballade | Note |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |