1982 Honda Ballade vs. 1981 Honda Civic
To start off, 1982 Honda Ballade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic.
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, 1982 Honda Ballade (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Ballade | 1981 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Ballade | Civic |
Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1333 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2330 mm |