1982 Honda Ballade vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 29 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Because 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Honda Ballade | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Ballade | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 222 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2970 mm |