1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1996 Buick LeSabre is newer by 16 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), 1996 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick LeSabre (202 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 675 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, 1996 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 1996 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick LeSabre | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | LeSabre | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2330 mm |
