1981 Honda Ballade vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 555 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 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Ballade | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Ballade | Legacy |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |