1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 19 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (134 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 969 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 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Ballade | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
