1964 Toyota Corona vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1982 Honda Ballade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Corona (83 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Corona weights approximately 185 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1964 Toyota Corona (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade. 1982 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 1964 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1964 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Corona | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corona | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
