1982 Honda Ballade vs. 1991 Tata Estate
To start off, 1991 Tata Estate 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 1,947 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tata Estate weights approximately 855 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Because 1991 Tata Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 1991 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Ballade | Estate |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2830 mm |
