2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 657 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 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Tribute | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |
