1982 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lada Niva weights approximately 34 kg more than 2011 Honda Stream.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2011 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Lada | Honda |
| Model | Niva | Stream |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
