2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP) has 209 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 730 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Borrego | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2330 mm |
