1981 Honda Ballade vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 27 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 646 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 2008 Nissan Qashqai has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Ballade | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ballade | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |