2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 22 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (170 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 627 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.
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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Grand Am | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2330 mm |
