1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 310 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Ballade | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
