1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1111 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 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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. 2011 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Ballade | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2750 mm |
