1981 Honda Ballade vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 26 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 571 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Ballade | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Ballade | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 273 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3010 mm |