1980 Honda Ballade vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 29 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade.
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, 2009 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 2009 Volvo V70 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. 2009 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Ballade | V70 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2820 mm |
