2011 Ford F-450 vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 28 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP) has 332 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 977 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-450 | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-450 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6700 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 1085 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6680 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2438 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2024 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4379 mm | 2330 mm |
