1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2011 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Delta is newer by 31 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Delta (163 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Delta should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 615 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, 2011 Chrysler Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2011 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Chrysler |
| Model | Ballade | Delta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
