1996 Honda Ballade vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 2 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.
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 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Ballade | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Ballade | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |