2007 Toyota Sienna vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1983 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Sienna | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Sienna | Ballade |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 332 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2330 mm |