1981 Honda Ballade vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 27 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1166 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.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Ballade | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
