1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 24 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1069 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 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Ballade | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2740 mm |
