2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 931 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2330 mm |
