1996 Honda Ballade vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 392 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.
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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Ballade | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Ballade | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2725 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |