1981 Holden Statesman vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, both 1981 Holden Statesman and 1981 Honda Ballade were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,041 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Statesman (169 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Statesman weights approximately 935 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 1981 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Statesman | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Statesman | Ballade |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5041 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 361 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2330 mm |