1982 Honda Ballade vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 16 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 755 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1982 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1982 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ballade | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2820 mm |
