1981 Honda Ballade vs. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 14 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 685 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.
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, 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Ballade | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2740 mm |
