1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (74 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Ballade weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Renault 10 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 1968 Renault 10. 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, 1980 Honda Ballade (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 1968 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Ballade | 10 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2280 mm |
