1969 Honda S800 vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada Niva weights approximately 440 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lada Niva 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, 1985 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1985 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S800 | 1985 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | S800 | Niva |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 789 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |