1980 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 1990 Lada Samara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Samara weights approximately 135 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. 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, 1990 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 1990 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | Samara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
