2008 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 569 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.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2330 mm |
