1989 Honda Integra vs. 1988 Lada 2104
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Integra weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Honda Integra, 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, 1989 Honda Integra (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 1988 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Integra | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 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 | 120 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
