1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2008 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cerato (110 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cerato weights approximately 509 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, 2008 Kia Cerato (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 2008 Kia Cerato 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 Kia Cerato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2008 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Ballade | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2620 mm |
