1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 30 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 725 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.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Ballade | TT |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2469 mm |
