1982 Honda Ballade vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 400 kg more than 1982 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ballade | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
