1969 Honda S800 vs. 2004 Lada 2123
To start off, 2004 Lada 2123 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lada 2123 (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 2123 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 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, 2004 Lada 2123 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2004 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | S800 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
