1981 Honda Ballade vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 30 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 500 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.
Because 2011 Lada Niva 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, 2011 Lada Niva 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, 2011 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Ballade | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Ballade | Niva |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2210 mm |