2004 Bentley Azure vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2004 Bentley Azure is newer by 24 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 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Azure (402 HP) has 328 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1635 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.
Because 2004 Bentley Azure 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 2004 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2004 Bentley Azure (751 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 2004 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Azure | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Azure | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 751 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2330 mm |
