1975 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1983 Honda Ballade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Because 1975 Pontiac Trans Am 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 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade. 1983 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 1975 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Pontiac Trans Am | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Trans Am | Ballade |
Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 108 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2330 mm |