1994 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 627 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.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Camaro | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
