1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic (118 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 715 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, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2007 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Ballade | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2740 mm |
