1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1974 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Skoda 110 L weights approximately 19 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Because 1974 Skoda 110 L 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 Skoda 110 L. 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, 1980 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 1974 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Ballade | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
