1996 Honda Ballade vs. 2001 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2001 Mazda B4000 is newer by 5 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 255 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 2001 Mazda B4000 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 2001 Mazda B4000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2001 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Ballade | 2001 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Ballade | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 58 L |
