1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 27 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (128 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 783 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Ballade | S60 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2720 mm |
