1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1981 Honda Ballade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon weights approximately 1039 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon 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 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Saloon | Ballade |
Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 108 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |