1996 Rover 220 vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1996 Rover 220 is newer by 15 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 429 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 1981 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 220 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 220 | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 220 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
