2001 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Ballade (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade. 2001 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
