2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 287 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lada 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | HR-V | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 39 L |
