1983 Honda Ballade vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 505 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.
Because 2009 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Ballade | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ballade | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
