2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Lada Oka
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Oka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Oka would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 629 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Lada Oka | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | Oka |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2190 mm |
