2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 32 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 954 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | LaCrosse | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2330 mm |
