1982 Honda Ballade vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 491 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ballade | Golf |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |
