2002 Honda Logo vs. 1978 Lada 1200
To start off, 2002 Honda Logo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Logo (64 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Logo should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1200 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Honda Logo.
Because 1978 Lada 1200 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 1978 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Logo, 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, 2002 Honda Logo (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Logo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Logo | 1978 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Logo | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
