2003 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 23 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero (139 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 574 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Oldsmobile Alero | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Alero | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2330 mm |
