1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 23 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 876 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 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Ballade | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Ballade | V70 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 207 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2770 mm |