2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2001 Bentley Arnage is newer by 21 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Arnage (402 HP) has 328 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1770 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 2001 Bentley Arnage 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 Bentley Arnage. 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 715 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Arnage | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Arnage | Ballade |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2330 mm |