1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, both 1980 Honda Ballade and 1980 Renault 18 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,645 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 18 (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 18 weights approximately 210 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.
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, 1980 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Ballade | 1980 Renault 18 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Ballade | 18 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1645 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |