1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 21 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (272 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1185 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 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Ballade | 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ballade | Bravada |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 272 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2880 mm |