1999 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Lada 2104
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2104 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Civic (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1989 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
