1995 Honda Today vs. 1985 Lada 2104
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada 2104 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lada 2104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 1985 Lada 2104 (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Today | 1985 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Today | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
