1982 Honda Ballade vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 9 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (90 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 231 kg more than 1982 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Ballade | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2480 mm |
