1982 Honda Ballade vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 20 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (101 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 495 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Ballade | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2450 mm |
