1996 Honda Ballade vs. 1982 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Cressida 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 1982 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1982 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Ballade | 1982 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Ballade | Cressida |
Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |