2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP) has 218 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 475 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2330 mm |
