1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2000 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 20 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 609 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 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2000 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Ballade | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2380 mm |
