1981 Honda Ballade vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 220 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 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Ballade | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
