1981 Audi 80 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 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 405 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.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
