1996 Honda Ballade vs. 1999 Subaru Outback
To start off, 1999 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Outback weights approximately 400 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Ballade | 1999 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Ballade | Outback |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
