1984 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Ballade |
Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 128 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |