1999 Audi A4 vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (163 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 535 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.
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, 1999 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
