2003 Honda HR-V vs. 1982 Lada 1200
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1982 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda HR-V weights approximately 175 kg more than 1982 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V, 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, 2003 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda HR-V | 1982 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | HR-V | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 39 L |
