2003 Renault Clio vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 22 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (96 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 245 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.
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 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Clio | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2330 mm |
