1996 Audi A6 vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (124 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 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 | 1430 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
