1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 12 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lada Niva (76 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Niva weights approximately 335 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.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Ballade | 1992 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Ballade | Niva |
Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2210 mm |