1981 Honda Ballade vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 355 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Ballade | 626 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2580 mm |
