1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 30 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP) has 308 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1360 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ballade | ML |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 382 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2913 mm |
