1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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 Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 850 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 Omega 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 1999 Opel Omega. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega 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 Omega | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Ballade | Omega |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2740 mm |
