1993 Tata Estate vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1993 Tata Estate is newer by 13 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1993 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Tata Estate weights approximately 825 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Because 1993 Tata Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Tata Estate. 1980 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 1993 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1993 Tata Estate 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:
1993 Tata Estate | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Tata | Honda |
Model | Estate | Ballade |
Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |