2005 Audi A4 vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 23 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 665 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, 2005 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
