2001 Ford Excursion vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion 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 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2475 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 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 2001 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Excursion | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Excursion | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2330 mm |
