1982 Honda Ballade vs. 1985 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1985 Talbot Horizon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Ballade 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 10 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 1985 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Ballade | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
