2005 GMC Savana vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 25 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1544 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Savana | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2330 mm |
