2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 703 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Colorado | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2330 mm |
