1996 Honda Ballade vs. 1977 Renault 14
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Ballade (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Ballade weights approximately 225 kg more than 1977 Renault 14. 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 Honda Ballade (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 14. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Ballade | 1977 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Ballade | 14 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 48 L |
