2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 26 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 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 964 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Aveo | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2330 mm |
