1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 25 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 535 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Ballade | Carens |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2570 mm |
