1982 Honda Ballade vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 31 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 857 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 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade. 2013 Subaru Outback 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. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Honda Ballade | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Ballade | Outback |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 252 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2740 mm |