2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1081 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rendezvous | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2330 mm |
