1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 6 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (150 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 349 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Lancia Thema (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 1986 Lancia Thema has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lancia Thema will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Ballade | Thema |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
