2001 Honda Prelude vs. 1989 Lada 2107
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2107 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Because 1989 Lada 2107 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 2107. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude, 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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 1989 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Prelude | 2107 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 43 L |
