1985 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Ballade weights approximately 86 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1980 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. 1980 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 1985 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1985 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volkswagen Polo | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Polo | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2330 mm |
