1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1985 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 5 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 44 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade.
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, 1980 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 1985 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ballade | Astra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
