2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1325 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 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Montero | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
