2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 394 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 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | CX-7 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
