2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP) has 443 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 723 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | CL | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2330 mm |
