1982 Lada 1200 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1982 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 551 kg more than 1982 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada 1200 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 1982 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (247 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lada 1200 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Lada | Honda |
Model | 1200 | Accord |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1496 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 65 L |