1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 855 kg more than 1982 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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Fleetwood | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2330 mm |
