1999 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Lada 119
To start off, 2002 Lada 119 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 119 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Lada 119. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 119. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Lada 119. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Lada 119 (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 119 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2002 Lada 119 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | 119 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
