1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 794 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (340 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Ballade | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |
