1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 698 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ballade | CC |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2708 mm |
