1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 911 weights approximately 535 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.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Ballade | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
