1981 Honda Ballade vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 24 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 886 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, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Ballade | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3200 mm |
