1982 Honda Ballade vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (130 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 601 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (183 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Ballade | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2630 mm |
