1983 Honda Ballade vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 21 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 4 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 35 kg more than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Ballade | 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Ballade | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2350 mm |
