2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP) has 273 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 965 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Magnum | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2330 mm |
