2007 Audi A4 vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 913 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade. 1982 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1335 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
