1977 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Lada 2104
To start off, 1985 Lada 2104 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada 2104 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
Because 1985 Lada 2104 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 1985 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1985 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Accord | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
