1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 26 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Ballade | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Honda | Land Rover |
Model | Ballade | LR3 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 216 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2890 mm |