2007 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2007 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 801 kg more than 1983 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade. 2007 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1983 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1983 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Ridgeline | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Ridgeline | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2330 mm |
