1983 Honda Ballade vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Ballade | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ballade | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
