1981 Honda Ballade vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 15 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 725 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada 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. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ballade | Verada |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2730 mm |
