2005 Audi S4 vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 25 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP) has 266 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1025 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S4 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
