1981 Honda Ballade vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 32 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1088 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Honda Ballade 2013 Toyota Tacoma
Make Honda Toyota
Model Ballade Tacoma
Year Released 1981 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1334 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 233 HP
Torque 108 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 95 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Vehicle Weight 785 kg 1873 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 5286 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1781 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 3246 mm


 

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