1982 Honda Ballade vs. 1992 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1992 Nissan Terrano is newer by 10 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Terrano (147 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 970 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 1992 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Terrano 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, 1992 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 1992 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ballade | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 147 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |
