2005 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Lada 2105
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 151 kg more than 1988 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (151 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1988 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | 2105 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
