1996 Honda Ballade vs. 2012 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Grand Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Grand Livina weights approximately 242 kg more than 1996 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 Grand Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Grand Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Ballade | 2012 Nissan Grand Livina | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ballade | Grand Livina |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |