2008 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 287 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade.
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, 1981 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 1981 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Polo | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Polo | Ballade |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1072 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |