1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 15 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (74 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Ballade weights approximately 155 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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 Honda Ballade (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Ballade | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2070 mm |
