1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 29 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 768 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ballade | Quest |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3160 mm |
