1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1388 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Ballade | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 284 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3020 mm |
