1983 Honda Ballade vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (232 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 544 kg more than 1983 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1983 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1983 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Ballade | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ballade | Quest |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3160 mm |
