1982 Honda Ballade vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 25 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 915 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Ballade | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
