1982 Honda Ballade vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 17 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 145 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Honda | Marcos |
| Model | Ballade | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1090 mm |
