1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (120 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 834 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 Mitsubishi Grandis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis 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. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ballade | Grandis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2840 mm |
