1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (74 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Because 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 1983 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Honda Ballade (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Ballade | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Ballade | Corolla |
Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |