2000 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Lada Samara
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 Lada Samara. 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, 2000 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1989 Lada Samara | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Civic | Samara |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |