1982 Honda Ballade vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 24 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 589 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.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Ballade | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
