2004 Honda Civic vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 350 kg more than 1987 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | Samara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
