1983 Honda Ballade vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 29 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 905 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Ballade | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Ballade | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2700 mm |
