1982 Honda Ballade vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 20 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 815 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 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Ballade | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ballade | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 112 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2540 mm |