1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 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 2,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (162 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 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 1988 Porsche 944. 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 1988 Porsche 944 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. 1988 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Ballade | 944 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 162 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2390 mm |
