1981 Honda Ballade vs. 1984 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1984 Talbot 1510 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Talbot 1510. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade.
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, 1984 Talbot 1510 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Ballade | 1984 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Honda | Talbot |
Model | Ballade | 1510 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |