2003 Honda Insight vs. 1988 Lada 2105
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada 2105 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2105 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight.
Because 1988 Lada 2105 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 1988 Lada 2105. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Insight, 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 Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Insight | 1988 Lada 2105 | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Insight | 2105 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |