1986 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Lada 2104
To start off, 1988 Lada 2104 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2104 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic, 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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1988 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
