1990 Buick Electra vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 10 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 789 kg more than 1980 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | Ballade |
Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2330 mm |