2004 GMC Safari vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 1007 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 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari. 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Safari | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |
