1981 Honda Ballade vs. 2010 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 29 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 2010 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Ballade | 2010 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Honda | Land Rover |
Model | Ballade | LR3 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |