1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (204 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade.
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, 2012 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 2012 Renault Laguna 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. 2012 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Ballade | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2750 mm |
