1981 Honda Ballade vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 705 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Ballade | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ballade | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2630 mm |