1995 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 15 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 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1405 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.
Because 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Land Rover Range Rover | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Land Rover | Honda |
Model | Range Rover | Ballade |
Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4554 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 381 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2330 mm |