2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1981 Lada 2105
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1981 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 191 kg more than 1981 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1981 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | S2000 | 2105 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
