1984 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Lada 2123 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
