1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 33 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura RDX (240 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 963 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 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX 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, 2013 Acura RDX (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Ballade | RDX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2685 mm |
