1982 Honda Ballade vs. 1991 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1991 Nissan Presea is newer by 9 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Presea (94 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Presea weights approximately 205 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 1991 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ballade | Presea |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
