1996 Honda Ballade vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 17 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 659 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 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX 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, 2013 Acura RDX (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade. 2013 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Ballade | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Ballade | RDX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
