1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 28 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1087 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Ballade | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
