1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 27 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Ballade | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2950 mm |
