1998 Honda Legend vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 656 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lada 2105 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 1980 Lada 2105. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend, 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1980 Lada 2105 has manual transmission. 1980 Lada 2105 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Legend | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Legend | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2430 mm |
