2010 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1923 kg more than 1983 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade. 1983 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 2010 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Land Rover Freelander | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Land Rover | Honda |
Model | Freelander | Ballade |
Year Released | 2010 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 785 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 |