1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP) has 288 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1691 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 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Ballade | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 355 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3683 mm |
