2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 25 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP) has 358 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1982 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1982 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2330 mm |
