1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (171 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 644 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Marcia | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Marcia | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
