1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 32 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1051 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 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Ballade | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Ballade | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3010 mm |