1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 33 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1161 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 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ballade | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2900 mm |
