1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 15 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 472 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 1981 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Tiburon | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2330 mm |
