1965 Volvo 120 vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 120 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Because 1965 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 1965 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1965 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volvo 120 | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 120 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1776 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 815 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 |
