1997 Acura Integra vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1997 Acura Integra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura Integra weights approximately 427 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade.
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, 1997 Acura Integra (176 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | Integra | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |
