1983 Honda Ballade vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 26 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), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1170 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.
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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade. 2009 Honda Pilot 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. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Ballade | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Ballade | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| 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 | 250 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2780 mm |
