2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP) has 238 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1489 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Armada | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2330 mm |
