1982 Honda Ballade vs. 1984 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1984 Nissan Laurel is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Laurel (102 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 285 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Ballade | 1984 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ballade | Laurel |
Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 102 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |