2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 29 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1893 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 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 1980 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Land Rover | Honda |
| Model | Freelander | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |
