1983 Honda Ballade vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 30 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1390 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Ballade | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Ballade | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 237 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2895 mm |