1981 Honda Ballade vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,526 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP) has 279 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 5 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Ballade | 5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 346 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2440 mm |
