1987 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Lada 2107
To start off, 1989 Lada 2107 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2107 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
Because 1989 Lada 2107 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 1989 Lada 2107. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 1989 Lada 2107 | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Civic | 2107 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |