1983 Honda Ballade vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 14 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Life weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1983 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Ballade | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Ballade | Life |
Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2370 mm |