1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 748 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Ballade | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2911 mm |
