1981 Honda Ballade vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz is newer by 25 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 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tazz (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 570 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.
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, 1981 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Ballade | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2440 mm |
