2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (186 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 893 kg more than 1982 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Venture | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2330 mm |
