1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP) has 334 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 785 kg more than 1983 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
