1981 Honda Ballade vs. 2008 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 27 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (111 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 403 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, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (236 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 2008 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Ballade | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2620 mm |
