2011 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1117 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 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 SsangYong Rexton | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | SsangYong | Honda |
| Model | Rexton | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |
