2005 Honda Civic vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 18 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (119 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | Samara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
