1981 Honda Ballade vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Honda Ballade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Skoda L weights approximately 40 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Ballade | L |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
