1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 16 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 614 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 1996 GAZ 3110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 GAZ 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | 3110 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2330 mm |
