2005 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rezzo (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 291 kg more than 1996 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 Daewoo Rezzo (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Rezzo | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Rezzo | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
