2010 Ford Expedition vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 30 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1840 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 2010 Ford Expedition 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 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Expedition | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Expedition | Ballade |
Year Released | 2010 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 494 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2330 mm |