1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1981 Honda Ballade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 465 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.
Because 1974 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 1981 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 1974 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco 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.
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1974 Lamborghini Urraco | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Lamborghini | Honda |
Model | Urraco | Ballade |
Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 176 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |