1983 Honda Ballade vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (82 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 450 kg more than 1983 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Ballade | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Ballade | Carina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2590 mm |
