2003 Honda Avancier vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 835 kg more than 1983 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier 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, 2003 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Avancier | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2330 mm |
