1983 Honda Ballade vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 16 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1171 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.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1983 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1983 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Ballade | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Ballade | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 238 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3010 mm |