2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 26 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (319 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1095 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 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Maserati | Honda |
Model | Quattroporte | Ballade |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 108 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2330 mm |