1982 Honda Ballade vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Honda Ballade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 75 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Honda Ballade (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ballade | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2350 mm |
