2007 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 665 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
