1981 Audi 100 vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1983 Honda Ballade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 100 (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1983 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, 1981 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2330 mm |
