2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1309 kg more than 1983 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 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1983 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1983 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1335 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 | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| 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 |
