1982 Honda Ballade vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Toyota Camry is newer by 19 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Camry (160 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Camry weights approximately 575 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, 2001 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Ballade | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Ballade | Camry |
Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 160 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |