2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 674 kg more than 1980 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Avensis | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
