1982 Honda Ballade vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa is newer by 25 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade.
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, 2007 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Ballade | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ballade | Versa |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 122 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |