1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP) has 203 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 757 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Ballade |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 437 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2330 mm |