2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP) has 228 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1309 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Ballade |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 454 Nm | 108 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2330 mm |