1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1982 Lada 1200
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1982 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 385 kg more than 1982 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada 1200 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 1982 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX, 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 1982 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | S-MX | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
