2008 Audi TT vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (250 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 625 kg more than 1981 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, 2008 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2330 mm |
