1998 Audi S8 vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi S8 weights approximately 635 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 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S8 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
