1981 Honda Ballade vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 500 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ballade | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1285 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2540 mm |