1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 250 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Lancer | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
