1982 Honda Ballade vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 30 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 571 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ballade | Sentra |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2685 mm |