2004 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 455 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.
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 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |
