1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 947 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Dodge Monaco is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Dodge Monaco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 1967 Dodge Monaco has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Dodge Monaco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Monaco | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2330 mm |
