1960 Volvo 120 vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1982 Honda Ballade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Volvo 120 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Because 1960 Volvo 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Volvo 120 (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Volvo 120 | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 120 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
