1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 28 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (86 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 169 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Ballade | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Ballade | Yaris |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2380 mm |