2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1794 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2330 mm |
