1984 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Lada 21
To start off, 2008 Lada 21 is newer by 24 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Lada 21. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada 21 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic.
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, 1984 Honda Civic (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2008 Lada 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | 21 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |
