1988 Audi V8 vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 5 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 1005 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.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | V8 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
