1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1988 Honda Prelude is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 355 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Ballade | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2580 mm |
