1995 Acura Legend vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 810 kg more than 1981 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | Legend | Ballade |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 286 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2330 mm |