1981 Honda Ballade vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Volvo 460 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 460 (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 460 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1981 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, 1995 Volvo 460 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Ballade | 460 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
