1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 609 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Because 2008 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Ballade | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2420 mm |
