1982 Honda Ballade vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 23 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 469 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Ballade | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ballade | Sentra |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2540 mm |